Professional Biography

Christopher G. Lyster’s diverse practice has allowed him the opportunity to represent clients in cases involving a broad spectrum of commercial litigation, such as breach of contract, banking and finance, energy and environmental issues.  In addition to his commercial practice, Mr. Lyster has also represented clients in professional liability litigation and probate and trust litigation.  He is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Northern and Western Districts of Texas and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit.  Mr. Lyster is licensed in Texas, having graduated from Texas Tech University School of Law. He is a member of member of the State Bar of Texas (Consumer Law and Litigation Sections), the American Bar Association (Tort, Insurance and Coverage Sections), the Tarrant County Bar Association and the Texas Association of Defense Counsel.

Admissions & Certifications

State Bar of Texas (1990)
U. S. Court of Appeals, 5th Circuit
U. S. District Court, Northern and Western Districts of Texas

Education

Texas Tech University School of Law (J.D., 1990)
Texas Tech University (B.B.A., 1981)

Professional Affiliations & Memberships

U. S. District Court, Northern District of Texas, Advisory Committee (2007 - Present)
American Bar Association, Tort and Insurance and Coverage Sections
State Bar of Texas, Consumer Law and Litigation Sections
Tarrant County Bar Association
Texas Association of Defense Counsel, Former District Director

Honors & Recognitions

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas magazine (2006 - 2008)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV® PreeminentTM (5.0)